a.
Approximately every 30 days (or during unit assemblies for RC not on active duty), commanders will conduct a monthly ABCP assessment to measure Soldier progress, with results annotated on DA Form 5500 or DA Form 5501.
During monthly assessments, every Soldier enrolled in the ABCP will be weighed and have a body fat assessment conducted in order to document weight and fat loss progress.
b.
A monthly loss of either 3 to 8 pounds or 1 percent body fat are both considered to be safely attainable goals that enable Soldiers to lose excess body fat and meet the body fat standards.
Soldiers that meet either of these goals are considered to be making satisfactory progress in the ABCP.
c.
Commanders and supervisors will provide additional support, guidance, and resources to enhance Soldier’s success.
This may include time to participate in ongoing nutritional counseling, sleep counseling, or weight loss programs as prescribed by the dietitian or health care provider.
Helpful tips for commanders and supervisors are located in appendix C.